Print Production Associate

IMMEDIATE MAILING SERVICE INC•Town of Salina, NY

15h•$41,600 - $45,760•Onsite

About The Position

The Digital Print Operator sets up, operates, and maintains high-speed digital printing equipment to produce high-quality printed materials. This role requires attention to detail, adherence to production schedules, and collaboration with internal teams to ensure successful execution of print jobs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
No previous digital printing or production experience required; on-the-job training will be provided.
Basic computer skills and the ability to learn equipment interfaces and production tracking systems.
Ability to read, understand, and follow written job instructions, production specifications, and safety procedures.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Ability to follow instructions and work effectively under supervision.
Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain an orderly workspace.
Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, machine operators, and coworkers.
Dependability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic.
Ability to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced production environment.
Willingness to participate in ongoing training, accept feedback, and develop new technical skills.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds, push 800 pounds on a load-bearing cart, carry 25 pounds, and pull 200 pounds.
Requires frequent standing, walking, crouching, bending, kneeling, lifting, and using repetitive motions of hands or wrists; finger, grasp, handle, or feel; reach with arms and hands for extended periods.
Fast-paced, deadline-driven setting requiring the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in manufacturing, warehouse operations, printing, fulfillment, or other production environments is helpful but not required.
Willingness and ability to learn digital printing equipment, production processes, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

Assist with setup, preparation, and completion of daily print production jobs.
Retrieve, organize, stage, and prepare paper, printed materials, and production supplies according to job specifications.
Maintain accurate identification, organization, and separation of jobs to prevent mixing materials or production errors.
Learn the basic operating principles of high-volume digital printing equipment and associated production systems.
Observe and learn equipment control panels, job queues, production settings, and machine operating procedures.
Develop an understanding of paper feeding, print alignment, image positioning, and basic print quality requirements.
Perform basic equipment functions under direct supervision and only after receiving appropriate training and authorization.
Assist with verifying printed output against approved samples, job instructions, and established quality standards.
Support quality control efforts to minimize waste, reprints, and production delays.
Prepare materials for upcoming jobs to minimize equipment downtime and production interruptions.
Employees may be required to perform duties outside their primary responsibilities or assigned department, as reasonably requested by management.
If you are called in to work outside your regular schedule, you are expected to work at least four hours unless otherwise directed by management.